A SILVER surfer from West Bridgford is believed to be one of the oldest online shoppers in the country.
Arthur Lloyd, 92, of Abbey Road has been ordering his shopping online for the last eight years and has just been named as Asda's oldest online customer.
The retired estate agent took to the world wide web after finding it easier than going to his local shop following the development of sight problems.
He said: "I started to lose my sight about eight years ago and that is when I decided to try shopping online.
"If I went to the supermarket I would not be able to read the labels on the tins.
"I use a magnifying screen so I can see the things on the internet.
"Being able to shop online gives me a great sense of independence which is very important for me.
"I have always been into technology and I had one of the first home computers, the ZX81.
"I was surprised to hear that I am the oldest online Asda shopper in the country.
"More people should try it because it is really helpful and simple."
Mr Lloyd orders his shopping every Sunday without fail and spends many hours searching for different things online.
Son David Lloyd, who lives in The Park, added: "My dad has been into computers since the 1980s.
"He does everything online from shopping to internet banking and he is even signed up to Twitter.
"Ordering shopping online is much easier for him and he has been doing it for so long that all the delivery people know who he is.
"Anyone that struggles with their mobility should really consider doing their shopping online because it is really easy and can save a lot of problems."
To reward Mr Lloyd's loyalty to Asda, the supermarket surprised him with a free shop.
General manager Richard Jackson from the Asda Home Shopping Centre in Bulwell, said: "Our home shopping service is a great way for customers to receive their shopping at a time that suits them.
"Arthur is our oldest online customer and he really shows how quick and easy it is to order online.
"We are so grateful for his loyalty and we hope he continues to use our service."
